Wetland Scientist
Aecom
Lead wetland and water assessments, permits, and team coordination for environmental projects.
23 days ago ago
$70,000 - $90,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Mechanicsburg, PA
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
technical lead
impact assessment
cwa permitting
field surveys
report delivery
client coordination
- Assist with task management according to approved scopes of work and delivering quality reports on schedule and within budget.
- Serving as a technical lead for environmental, biological, and other impact assessments.
- Conducting detail and/or technical review of ecological assessment documents, CWA Section 404/401 permitting, or other associated industry reports.
- Assisting senior project managers with business development activities, including proposals, pre-qualifications, and relationship building with clients and prospective clients.
- Coordinating with AECOM teams such as cultural resources, threatened and endangered species experts, civil engineers, and other project support teams.
- Coordinating and leading conversations with various governmental agencies (federal/state/local, etc.).
- Leading/originating Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404/401 permitting and impact assessment for federal, state, and local permits, including application preparation and coordination with the clients and reviewing agencies.
- Leading stream, wetland, wildlife habitat field assessments and other surveys by supporting and training junior staff.
- Serving as the senior technical lead and field team leader for wetlands/waters and other field surveys and serving as the technical lead for the associated reports.
What you bring
technical writing
4+ years
wetland scientist
arcgis
osha hazwoper
us citizenship
- Technical writing experience specifically for environmental impact and assessment studies, and/or FERC resource reports, and/or NEPA analysis preferred.
- 4+ years of demonstrated experience leading and performing wetlands/waters delineations, stream assessments, and other related field surveys.
- US Citizenship required.
- Ability to lead and manage a field or technical team, and a high degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently and with teams.
- Experience working in a fast-paced consulting environment
- Safety training (i.e., CPR certification, OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hours)
- Experience in performing ecological assessments for natural gas, electric utilities, and/or renewables industries.
- Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
- Professional Wetland Scientist or other relevant certification.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and technical writing (a writing sample may be requested).
- Proficiency in permit application preparation experience in multiple states in the mid-Atlantic area (i.e., CWA Section 401/404 permits), supporting data collection and review, and preparation of scientific documents including wetland delineations stream assessments, technical reports. ORAM, HHEI, QHEI certificate of training or extensive experience/knowledge to lead these assessments in the field.
- Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and mapping tools.
- The position will require fieldwork, and the candidate must be able to travel (including overnight).
- Wetlands Experience
- BA/BS in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Biology, or related field +4 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position
- Relocation is not available for this position.
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- sponsorship is not available for this position.
- must pass aecom’s motor vehicle records review.
Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
- Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
- Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
- Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
- Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
- Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
- Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
- Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
- Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
- Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
- Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
- Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
- Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
- Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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